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WG61 EBK

2011 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

8,728 mi
Last recorded8,728 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 2011 Piaggio Zip8,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG61 EBK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2019 8,728 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 8,728 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 8,728 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 7,315 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 5,509 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 19 Dec 2016 5,505 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 4,310 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 2,344 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?

Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
987
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
18,758
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 1,911
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,706
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 1,581
Tyre tread not clearly visible 1,455
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,453
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WG61 EBK is a 2011 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2011 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 8,408 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio Zip fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 1,911 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG61 EBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Zip typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 15 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WG61 EBK registered?

WG61 EBK is a 2011 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 December 2011.

Is WG61 EBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG61 EBK shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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